Alta Gardens Care Center
13075 Blackbird Street · Garden Grove, CA · 92843 · 7145306322
129 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Windsor
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.83 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.46 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.59 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 22% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $12,735 |
Inspection citations (58 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G March 11, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 18, 2026
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 18, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 18, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 18, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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No harm found · B February 18, 2026
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · B February 18, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected March 18, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| February 18, 2026 | Fine | $12,735 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 555473 · certified since July 30, 1999. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.